How to Point Paving Slabs - a Simple Patio Jointing Guide for Beginners

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  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2024

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  • @tonysmcneill
    @tonysmcneill Год назад +1

    Just used the video to clear out the weeds from the paving stones at the front of my house that have been driving me nuts for years. Looks amazing. Thanks for the video 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @oddjob4877
    @oddjob4877 4 года назад +21

    I’m using my Covid 19 time to extend and repoint the patio. Thanks for this Great short video. I love it when someone explains a skill in just a few mins. Well done.

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад +2

      Glad it was helpful! Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. 👍

  • @alancook6854
    @alancook6854 3 года назад +2

    Chris,Thanks for this video. After watching this you gave me enough confidense to dig out the terrible black and mouldy grout on an Indian sandstone patio and start from scratch ,thereby undoing the work from my installers.
    It took me 4 days to complete the job but it came out really well. The flexible bucket is a wonderful thing. Thanks

  • @garyhutchinson6362
    @garyhutchinson6362 4 года назад +2

    I thought Chris was very practicable and clear with it, which will really help a novice like me get the job done. Excellent.

  • @hbrealhousewife2270
    @hbrealhousewife2270 2 года назад +2

    Thanks, that was the best vid I've seen with regards to repointing. A lot are complicated. I shall certainly be trying your mix and method on our patio.

  • @christopher_barr
    @christopher_barr  4 года назад +2

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  • @briscoethecollie1510
    @briscoethecollie1510 Год назад +1

    Tip notch video mate, I will be doing exactly this on my back garden tomorrow. Cheers. 😅

  • @qjarman7753
    @qjarman7753 4 месяца назад +1

    That’s given me the confidence to do all ours thanks mate

  • @mauriciomassaia
    @mauriciomassaia 2 года назад +1

    Mate, I appreciate your detailed explanation!
    I tried just using sand but after 2 months some weeds went back. Im gonna follow your steps.
    Cheers

  • @patriciawalker5425
    @patriciawalker5425 4 года назад

    This video gives me confidence to tackle this job. Only thing I will do differently is rake all the weeds and soil out before I make the mix, but only on a dry day.

  • @onemaninaboat
    @onemaninaboat 4 года назад +7

    Concise and exactly to the point. Thank you very much, just what i needed.

  • @johnmerrifield884
    @johnmerrifield884 4 года назад +2

    Just used you techniques to repoint an old ageing patio, excellent description, worked perfectly in a few hours.Excellent

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      I’m glad to hear that John, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects (it’s free!) and if you happen to be interested in sailing check out my other channel: RUclips.com/sailingbritaly Cheers, Chris 👍

  • @Ken_Norman
    @Ken_Norman 4 года назад +1

    Thanks Chris; an easy to foloow, simple instruction video with no fuss. Just the job! 👍

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      My pleasure Ken, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! Chris 👍

  • @rdavis666
    @rdavis666 6 лет назад +7

    Thanks for the instructive video. I know that it's not rocket science but, as an amateur at this game, this video was really helpful. Another of my summer tasks knocked off!

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  6 лет назад

      My pleasure Ray, I'm glad you found it useful. Cheers, Chris 👍

  • @robertmurray8507
    @robertmurray8507 4 года назад +1

    Great video. No waffle but covers all the points. I can see were I was going wrong. - Thanks

  • @allcfc123
    @allcfc123 Год назад +3

    I know this is a really old vid but thanks for posting. Made a clueless man know what to do 😂

    • @kc8923
      @kc8923 2 месяца назад

      Hear hear!!!

  • @jonathanhulme4606
    @jonathanhulme4606 4 года назад +2

    Thanks Chris .. just about to point a fair lot of paving around our house today, and this video has been really helpful .. thanks for spending the time making it for inexperienced DIYers such as myself :) And yes, loving life! Appreciated, Jonny.

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад +3

      My pleasure Jonny, it’s more of a challenge for most people this year but we must be grateful for what we have in life as things could be much worse! Happy pointing buddy 👍

  • @rkgooner89
    @rkgooner89 5 лет назад +10

    Mate, i am just about start poiting my slabs and saw this video, awesome tips on how to get a top quality finish, thank you for taking the time to post this video.

  • @IanHorne1967
    @IanHorne1967 4 года назад +2

    Just been volunteered by the missus to point our patio but I didn't have a clue! I do know :-) Thanks for the great video :-)

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      Ha ha! I hope it went well Ian. Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. 👍

  • @martinwilliams9098
    @martinwilliams9098 4 года назад +1

    Perfect no messing about straight to the answer 👍

  • @keithcampbell6632
    @keithcampbell6632 4 года назад +3

    Hey Chris, thanks for this video, I've spent the last 3 days chipping out the knackered mortar and re pointing using this video. I've just brushed the remnants away, I'm amazed at how good it looks. Cheers mate.

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      Happy to help Keith, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! Chris 👍

    • @lauralaura2504
      @lauralaura2504 3 года назад

      About to do this job and just wondering how well thos method has held up for you?

    • @keithcampbell6632
      @keithcampbell6632 3 года назад

      @@lauralaura2504 hi Laura, it's still perfect 👌. I suppose the best way to find out is to power wash the patio, which i need to do, but at this point it still looks awesome. We had a lot of rain in North Wales this past year, so i am really pleased with the job.

  • @jackwiseman4907
    @jackwiseman4907 3 года назад +2

    Very helpful, thank you!

  • @robinbhairam7508
    @robinbhairam7508 3 года назад +1

    I always thought this was a major job ... cracking video Chris, thank you!

  • @colinsteam
    @colinsteam 6 лет назад +7

    The secrets in the mortar and not brushing off too soon....great tips, thanks.

  • @MisterRay11
    @MisterRay11 6 лет назад +1

    Good consistency. I always use a drier mix that will still pack too. Too wet and it will stain the stone/brick. Very well done.

  • @ladyalexandrachatterley47
    @ladyalexandrachatterley47 7 лет назад +3

    Easy to follow video. I feel confident enough to try to point my brickwork myself. Thanks

  • @blooBerry371
    @blooBerry371 3 года назад +1

    Great video thank you, you made it look nice and simple...great attitude you have my friend

  • @MrGobalot
    @MrGobalot 4 года назад +3

    Perfect demonstration, feel happy to give it a go now, CHEERS

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      My pleasure Mark, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! 👍

  • @marykistnen6837
    @marykistnen6837 4 года назад +1

    I tried this today and it worked very well. Thanks so much for the great tips. Would not have had an idea without watching this video yesterday.

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад +1

      My pleasure Mary, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects (it’s free!) 😊

  • @Johnconno
    @Johnconno Год назад

    Nice work lad, simple no mystery.

  • @TripinHeidi
    @TripinHeidi 2 года назад

    Just found you. Thanks for this. Have started to repoint my patio. Great video- thank you

  • @johndavey72
    @johndavey72 4 года назад

    Thanks Chris . Very handy and straightforward explanation. I may even manage this tomorrow. Hope your keeping well and dodging the bullet! Take care and stay safe.

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      All good thanks John,!glad to be of help. Cheers, Chris 👍

  • @martinbeveridge3204
    @martinbeveridge3204 4 года назад +2

    Great video , thank you. Exactly what I wanted

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад +1

      My pleasure, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! 👍

  • @TheCarpentersDaughterUK
    @TheCarpentersDaughterUK 6 лет назад +3

    Thanks! Just finished mine following your method!

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  6 лет назад +2

      Hi Vikkie! Excellent I'm glad it worked for you. It looks like you, your Fiance, my wife and I have quite a few shared interests. We love getting stuck into things ourselves rather than paying others to do things for us. I also really fancy doing a camper conversion when I can find the time. Great work on your 2 channels! (We have a second one too 'Sailing Britaly'...) Cheers, Chris 😊👍

    • @TheCarpentersDaughterUK
      @TheCarpentersDaughterUK 6 лет назад +3

      Thanks, I spotted! I subscribed to both of them earlier hahaha... we'd love a boat too lol. Well my slab video will be up on Sunday and have mentioned your video in case I don't show it the right way. Thanks for explaining it well 😀

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  6 лет назад +2

      Oh that's brilliant - welcome aboard! 😊 Thank you very much for mentioning the video 👍 p.s. Our boat in Italy is for sale... 😂

    • @TheCarpentersDaughterUK
      @TheCarpentersDaughterUK 6 лет назад

      Christopher Barr - Random Chris sounds tempting 😄

  • @lesroberts2244
    @lesroberts2244 5 лет назад +2

    Thanks for your time.
    Regards from North Wales UK

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  5 лет назад

      My pleasure Les. I've been climbing a fair few times in Snowdonia - beautiful part of the world! Cheers, Chris 👍

  • @nirvanasunrise1993
    @nirvanasunrise1993 5 лет назад +3

    Thanks Chris ... brilliant vid. I was about to give up on my efforts to re-point my patio when I found you. Simple, but so important tips - particularly how to get the mix just right and how to best use the thin trowel - transformed everything. And by end of play I had a refurbished patio,

  • @timparker4175
    @timparker4175 4 года назад

    Thanks for this. All the advice says not to add water but to water the patio lightly once the job is finished.

  • @hyweljames788
    @hyweljames788 4 года назад +1

    Very clear and helpful.

  • @realpatriot1553
    @realpatriot1553 4 года назад +2

    Chris that was great! I've done it before but stained everything now it was so much better and easier!

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      Glad this was useful for you, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! Chris 👍

  • @2icelollys1goat
    @2icelollys1goat 7 лет назад +41

    Great little video. You're a star; and sound like a good n decent fellow, too :)

  • @PBUCKY1969
    @PBUCKY1969 2 года назад

    Great advisory short video thanks mate - peace!

  • @levistone8875
    @levistone8875 5 лет назад +2

    First proper clean pointing video I’ve seen. Good job mate

  • @johnwhite1608
    @johnwhite1608 3 года назад +1

    just the job for me tomorrow cheers

  • @mattrika4874
    @mattrika4874 2 года назад

    Bloody genius, brill vid - well done Chris!

  • @AlduinDragonLord
    @AlduinDragonLord 4 года назад +1

    Great video mate. Going to get this job done next week. I was reading up on it and I definitely would have added too much water if I didn't watch this video, so thanks!

  • @pennyhastings1886
    @pennyhastings1886 4 года назад

    Thanks Chris for the video, I have been stalling doing my patio jointing because I have already done some really badly. I am going to trust you and do a test run as I have 50 sq. metres to do. Wish you lived round here, I would get you to do it for me....thanks x

  • @clivegregoryeXp
    @clivegregoryeXp Год назад

    The most useful out of them all mate 👍👍👍

  • @dacyp
    @dacyp 4 года назад +6

    This is how you do a how-to-do video👌🏻

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад +1

      Thank you! Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. 👍

  • @steveash8766
    @steveash8766 5 лет назад +1

    great video for a new starter, cheers Chris ( not at all random) .

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  5 лет назад +2

      Cheers Steve, my video subjects are Random, but I hope the running theme is that they are all helpful. Chris 👍

    • @steveash8766
      @steveash8766 5 лет назад +1

      @@christopher_barr I followed it and made a very decent job , thanks again mate. Happy wife happy life !!

  • @noelreilly8860
    @noelreilly8860 3 года назад

    Bang on mate. Just going to do this tomorrow but with wet mortar. Not now👍

  • @slatecat
    @slatecat 6 лет назад +2

    Cheers pal just what I was looking for

  • @mickpower7414
    @mickpower7414 4 года назад +1

    Top bloke & top tips.

  • @angelatully4341
    @angelatully4341 2 года назад

    Fantastic. I actually think I can do this myself. Thank you 😃

  • @ddk4664
    @ddk4664 5 лет назад +1

    You make that look easy !

  • @daijames8995
    @daijames8995 4 года назад +1

    Nice one,i've even got a bit of old pipe for finishing;)

  • @DodgersTrips
    @DodgersTrips 3 месяца назад

    Many thanks. Very helpful.

  • @dirtydelta7
    @dirtydelta7 4 года назад +1

    For joints that tight, I would reccomend using polymetric sand, has worked well on my patio for years.

  • @paulpearson4613
    @paulpearson4613 4 года назад

    Nice and clear and easy! Thanks for sharing!

  • @brucemaclennan9879
    @brucemaclennan9879 6 лет назад +16

    Nice video Chris - my only concern is the 4 to 1 mix. This is what I think roofers mix when pointing ridge tiles and it only lasts a few years before it starts to crumble, I would prefer to use a stronger mix - would there be any drawbacks in doing this?

  • @jackhouchin2100
    @jackhouchin2100 3 года назад

    Thanks for the video!

  • @leenewbould3
    @leenewbould3 4 года назад

    Great video Chris, been thinking about how to do this for ages

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      My pleasure Lee, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! Chris 👍

  • @lesparton5541
    @lesparton5541 6 лет назад +2

    Great video - I thought I knew how to do this but this method is brilliant and leaves the slabs spotless!! Thank you!

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  6 лет назад +1

      Hi Les, thank you very much for your feedback. Cheers! Chris 👍

  • @stormkid7
    @stormkid7 3 года назад +2

    Chris cheers for the video. I'm doing crazy paving ... Do you or anybody else here know if I'd use the same mix or do I need something different. A few of my gaps are a lot bigger than those ones

  • @rmhutchins7
    @rmhutchins7 6 лет назад +2

    I enjoyed your video. It was very helpful. Thank you!

  • @kevinbrindle4191
    @kevinbrindle4191 4 года назад

    Nice clear instruction,thanks for that

  • @clivejbwilson789
    @clivejbwilson789 4 года назад +1

    Thanks Chris

  • @philelson113
    @philelson113 Год назад

    Hi Chris great video, very useful. I tried this yesterday and for the most part it worked really well, but some parts are breaking up already or don't seem fully dry after 24 hours. What did I do wrong?

  • @melbattle4299
    @melbattle4299 4 года назад +1

    Fab explanation- thanks! :)

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      My pleasure Mel, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects!

  • @brendamccormack4576
    @brendamccormack4576 2 года назад

    Perfect job 👍🏻

  • @peterknight1991
    @peterknight1991 6 лет назад +2

    Nice one Chris !!! You are brilliant mate, Thanks

  • @sportsfan6968
    @sportsfan6968 5 лет назад +1

    BRILLIANT! Thank you very much. I had previously tried this job but with too wet a mix and of course got mortar staining all over the place. Now I've watched your video and have done a much better job....! The wonders of RUclips.

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  5 лет назад

      You're welcome! Subscribe for more randomly helpful videos 👍👍👍

  • @skypet4693
    @skypet4693 4 года назад

    at last, straight to it and it works... thanks

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      My pleasure! Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. Chris 👍

  • @maryodriscoll5378
    @maryodriscoll5378 4 года назад

    So simple , l love it thank u so so much.

  • @madeupname37
    @madeupname37 2 года назад

    Many thanks, was having a bitch of a time with a wet mix and now all will become easy.

  • @richardharris5533
    @richardharris5533 5 лет назад +1

    Cheers pal , just what I needed to know 😀

  • @crankine77
    @crankine77 4 года назад +2

    Been wanting to do this for over a year now, feel confident I can do it now, thanks for the video.
    Subscribed for more, cheers 👍

  • @dermotlavelle9994
    @dermotlavelle9994 4 года назад +1

    This guy is Hector Ó hEochagáin's doppelganger!

  • @johnsaunders8021
    @johnsaunders8021 6 лет назад

    Needs excess mortar swept away from slabs then joint wet lightly with watering can. Then use a old bucket handle to finish pointing joint. Taught by the best old bricklayers for joints.....

  • @memeagain4106
    @memeagain4106 3 года назад

    Thanks for the upload... Can i just brush the mixture in dry and then water it afterwards?.. Thanks

  • @GPBleakley1
    @GPBleakley1 4 года назад

    Helpful video, thanks

  • @chisserv
    @chisserv 5 лет назад +4

    Thank you: this was really helpful!

  • @8martinp1
    @8martinp1 4 года назад +1

    Very helpful video Chris. One thing I have heard is that adding some Pva to the water will make the joint even stronger. What are your thoughts on this?

  • @thomas1j
    @thomas1j 4 года назад

    Thanks Chris found this very helpful.

    • @christopher_barr
      @christopher_barr  4 года назад

      Great to hear!Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. 👍

  • @Clearwaters100
    @Clearwaters100 4 года назад

    Hi, thanks for this, straight to the point and top tips. You says you were using a dry mix, what was in the mix and how dry is dry TIA :)

  • @grottonisred6541
    @grottonisred6541 4 года назад +1

    That was brilliant...👍

  • @1Ritzyreet
    @1Ritzyreet 4 года назад

    Great, thank you, very clear

  • @benmaffin
    @benmaffin 6 лет назад +3

    great video thanks for sharing - loving the point about keeping it dry.

  • @tommac4658
    @tommac4658 4 года назад

    Good attempt.

  • @froot4409
    @froot4409 Год назад

    Thank you👍🏼

  • @romwil
    @romwil 6 лет назад

    It’s 2018 and I just redid a slate porch using these tips and wow- looks great. I didn’t know about that leveling tool and it made a huge difference. Thanks for the video.

  • @nicholasmcvey5871
    @nicholasmcvey5871 4 года назад

    Nice one mate!

  • @stesco71
    @stesco71 4 года назад +1

    I have used this method a couple of times ie 4 parts sand to 1 part concrete, both times ( over a period of time) the mixture just erodes away, the sand washes away whilst power hosing the slabs, surely it would be better using a far harder mixture ?. Reason I'm asking is I have to re-point yet again this Summer !.

  • @youngviking5931
    @youngviking5931 4 года назад

    Very helpful thank you x

  • @obiwanjebrony8734
    @obiwanjebrony8734 5 лет назад +1

    Cheers Chris. Easily one of the most helpful videos I've watched. Just a bit worried I may not have added enough water to the first batch as the second had a slightly better consistency. Should it make much difference?

  • @affiliateheist
    @affiliateheist 4 года назад +1

    Hey Mate, just done a test patch yesterday. Looks good but it's not hard enough. Any ideas??

  • @ouruhuru
    @ouruhuru Год назад

    can this method also be used to fill in cracks between patio tiles where the old mortar/grout has decayed?

  • @michaellupton335
    @michaellupton335 4 года назад +1

    Hi Chris. What is the diameter / size of your tuck pointer? The workman who put down my patio left only very thin gaps, but they are still enough for weed growth. Great video, really encourages people like me to have a go in the lockdown. :)

  • @jefftaylor7780
    @jefftaylor7780 6 лет назад

    Great video for people like me👍

  • @12345676145
    @12345676145 5 лет назад

    Great video many thanks

  • @chobber
    @chobber 4 года назад

    Great video and I followed to the letter. Even had a windy day! However the next day the joints were powdery and weak. How long should I give it to harden or does it need more water?